Also, the bridge fight is easily one of the best action sequences in a series that was already stuffed full of incredible action sequences. The amount of narrative symbolism and foreshadowing there is mind-blowing!
That's the thing... these action sequences would be some of the best of all time if you just took them in a vacuum, without considering the stakes or the story implications. But when you consider those, and then add in the inevitable consequences of violence that are portrayed in the series... it's hard to think of any parallels. Some of the most exhilarating action scenes followed by some of the most emotionally crushing consequences of that violence... hard to believe this is based on a multiplayer fighting game, isn't it?
With Jinx humming the song she was singing kid when she was trying to hide the noise of the slaugher on this same bridge, shooting randomly an enforcer down the same way an enforcer was killing a rioter... And finally she, or Powder suicide herself in the same place where Jinx was born, where her first trauma was born.
@@ariochivthis show, with its Amazing actions scenes, never glorifie violence. All the fights always ends badly. And for Vi more especially, since she's the one who use it the most.
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you guys have been great to re-experience the show with, don't sweat it. the real question is when the heck is season 2 coming out so we can all freak out for another 9 episodes or whatever it's gonna be haha
Jinx's suicide attempt (cuz that's what it was) is so heartbreaking. I watch that sequence from her POV and how her sister "betrayed" her (again), "abandoned" her (again), how her closest friend from childhood is now an enemy, an enemy her duty is to defeat for her "father", and she can't even do that... and it's like she decides she's had enough and checks out.
And when we see Jinx unconscious on the ground in the last scene, the straps of her choker form the word “VI” Jinx’s last scream for her sister caught in her throat.
I’m not sure if it’s been told yet but I believe the firelight bombs of Jinx’s purpose is to target weapons. If you didn’t notice, they landed on the guns of the enforcers. Hence Marcus losing his arm. Caitlin traded in her gun for the medicine for Vi which is a decision that may have ultimately saved her from an explosive end to her life if this is the case! Explains why out of all of them, only enforcers were killed while the others were only mildly injured.
13:35 the common theory (given what he says after) is that viktor hesitates very deliberately. he's already figured out how to disarm it, but he also knows that he and Jayce are - for the time being - the only two who really understand hextech. if the bomb killed them, it would set Piltover back years, maybe even _decades_ on weaponizing it, and it seems like he really considers it. chilling stuff.
As if the reunion scene with the flare weren't enough, they spoil us with an even better scene in the next episode. Every frame of the entire show is a painting, every second has meaning. There's no fat to trim, the editing is unbelievably tight, and they trust the audience (like with the letter with Mel's seal on it. Not everyone noticed immediately that it was a letter from 'home', but it wasn't necessary for everyone to immediately notice. A lesser show would say "This letter from your family came today." Arcane does it by evoking her ring you probably remember and the microexpressions in her face when she sees the letter. It's a masterpiece 6 years in the making.
I've rewatched that bridge scene so many times. I'll just be at work and randomly think of it and have to watch it again. I'm right there with you thinking that scene made this otherwise great show a masterpiece. I've been in the computer animation industry and have seen lots of amazing scenes, but this sequence blows everything I've seen out of the water. From the animation timed to the music, the music itself being great, the backstory relayed through it, the stylistic artwork and symbols being shown. It all just blew me away. I've been watching other "reactions" to the show in hopes of finding someone mention how amazing it was and I'm happy you two got it.
In the music video for "Enemy", young Powder and young Echo are shown to be very close and its possible Echo had a crush on powder growing up. The moment when he hesitates and just looks at her hurts a lot more knowing they might have had something. Jinx almost seems to regret everything and just give up when she decides to kill herself by detonating a grenade so close to her.
He definitely had a crush. In the game he has a quote where he says he used to have a crush on her, but then she started talking to her gun. I agree that Jinx was ready to die at that moment, but she wanted to die as Powder, which is who he was seeing at that moment. Her eyes went back to the gray of Powder, from Jinx's blue.
Because she's seen it before. There was no indication they were bombs. You can see her trying to justify it after the fact by saying they're mechanical even though that fact was only revealed as she was saying it. Probably saw some clip on tiktok or whatever. It just comes with the territory of reacting to a hugely popular piece of media way too late.
@@GerblerM why so negative? It's really not that crazy of a guess. There's clearly tension building and a fight scene coming up. The fact that you see her saying that they are mechanical as justification is crazy to me.
Two difficult to notice items from this episode. When Jinx is going through her episode at her desk, you can actually see the mechanical firelights flapping their wings on the desk. They are made to fly toward and land on metal which is why they went toward the officers and landing on their guns. In the scene where Silco is talking to the council, you will notice there are large flowers blooming behind Finn. When Silco leaves the room, after having gassed everyone, you will see that all of the flowers have withered and died. This creates a great juxtaposition between the previous scene when you see the thriving tree being shown to Vi in the underground. Love this show. lol.
Great points! Also, to further add to the element of the mechanical firelights being drawn to guns, I remember hearing someone point out, and I find it so symbolically interesting and cool that Caitlyn gave up her gun to save Vi, and that's theoretically what saved her on the bridge :)
Wow...I refuse to believe that is a coincidence. I think the whole point of this show is that violence, in the end, just makes things worst. That's an amazing (and really subtle) way of portraying that.@@Owlsandoatmeal
In episode 4, when we see the celebration of Progress Day, there is this mechanical butterfly that lands on a finger. They are probably constructed to land on anything pointing.
The part with Ekko and the stopwatch, and him being hit in the past but then getting it right in the present is a nice nod to the game. I love that whole sequence so much!
"Why doesn't he need one" He probably does but he resists it better than the others because 1) he spent a lot of times mining in the fissures with Vander long before Episode 1 and 2) he still lives in the lower levels of the Undercity while those other barons try to get as close from clean air as possible. the fact that he was mining in his youth is probably significant because Sevika also mostly live in the lower levels and she needed a mask (but she's probably a bit too young to have known the worst of the mining). "why does she not talk to him" The reason Mel tries to ignore Viktor and talks only to Jayce is simply because she doesn't think she can convince Viktor (if she thought she could, she would absolutely talk to Viktor because convincing Viktor pretty much guarantees Jayce will be convinced too), not because she's looking down on him. She's not even from Piltover so I don't think she has the same prejudice most people in Piltover do toward the Undercity (the prejudice even Jayce showed in this episode). That being said, she absolutely uses the economic imbalance and other people's prejudice to advance her own interests so it's not like she's an angel. Basically her not talking to Viktor isn't a sign of discrimination, it's a mark of her being manipulative xD I'll let you judge if that's any better ^^
Pretty sure Silco was holding his breath the whole time. He takes a really deep breath before Sevika starts the gas and you don't see him actually take another breath until he puts the mask to his face.
@@Caedus696 He's taking a deep breath not because he's holding it, he's taking it to steady his nerves before he lays the smackdown. It's all a pose, it's all calculated, but he's mentally never stopped being that scrawny weak kid in his head. He's readying himself because there is so much at stake if he does not pull this off. Anytime he looks up like that, it's because he's thinking of his goal of freeing Zaun, watch his eyes every time it gets mentioned or it's a thing.
In the games, ekko has custom lines when with Jinx. "I use to have a crush on you, until you started talking to the guns" and "Powder, I miss you so much"
Loved the reaction y'all. Ekko is simply the best character in this series. He lost everything, just like Powder and Vi, losing his adoptive father Benzo and all his friends. And he was left entirely alone, but then the kid manages to build a resistance army and sanctuary for addicts and victims. Ekko's reaction to Jinx calling him "The Boy Savior" tells us everything that went down between them after the explosion. Jinx chose Silco over Ekko.😢
I can't help but think that if in episode 3, had Vi told Powder that she has an important mission for her. Since Ekko has lost so much, Powder needs to protect him. If Powder had a sense of purpose rather than feeling abandoned, this whole series would be considerably shorter and possibly happier. But Vi's long-term strategy seems to begin and end with her fists, so here we are with Jinx.
@@RickLeMon I don't let Jinx off the hook. Jinx keeps making choices that sink her deeper into her own personal hell. Every criminal and murderer in Silco's crew (Silco included) is broken in some way. Jinx made Jinx with every choice she's made. She chose to spread her own pain around and to hurt other to match her own hurt. Ekko became what he is by making the opposite choice. Even in their confrontation Ekko again chooses the less violent path (mistake or not), despite just how many of his friends Jinx has killed.
@cmcgccjsl Well, people don't choose to be schizophrenic. That mental health issue she has plays a big role in her choices. I'm not saying she doesn't have responsibility for some of her actions but experiencing breaks in reality which corrupts a persons ability to think logically wont lead to sensical outcomes. Couple that with a few other mental illnesses and throw them into a dystopian society and you end up with a bunch of people making morally questionable decisions. It is also important to note that Piltover is a dystopian society as well, not just Zaun. Also, being well adjusted or trying to be properly adjusted to a dystopian society is not a good measure of mental health to begin with lol. Even for those who are closer to modern morality. But for the other characters for the most part they created their own problems. @@cmcgccjsl
@@FlatMarssSociety I'm on the board of a mental health charity. The stigma that people with mental health issues are inherently violent is destructive and inaccurate. Powder can and does make choices. She is unstable, but she frequently makes choices that are more about her pain than her mental health issues. Milo and Clagger speak to her, but her revelry in death and destruction is mostly about hurting others and bringing them as much pain as she is in.
@@cmcgccjsl I think it’s less about her enjoying causing other people pain and more about how any time she isn’t being actively destructive and chaotic she’s extremely fragile in terms of her identity. Jinx is an insanely complicated character, the only channel I’ve seen fully go into everything is Psyculturists (he is actually very entertaining and educational, but he literally talks for hours each episode so unless you’re really interested in psychology it might not be for you), and I say that as someone that’s watched countless videos (Georgia Dow, Schnee, Overly Sarcastic Productions, etc.) analyzing Arcane already because it was my hyperfixation for a while lol
I love this letswatch. Haylo is the perfect guide; knowing answers but giving no hints or spoilers, just letting the very intelligent and keen-eyed Kiss discover things on her own, only clarifying when needed.
16:02 insert "they seem to be very good friends" meme 😂 I was happy to hear your mention of what a good character Caitlyn is though. She is SO smart, but there's a lot she just doesn't understand given her upbringing, and the writers balanced those two things really well. I think her good heart bridges the gap there, because when she's exposed to these harsh truths she doesn't fight them. She sets aside her biases and accepts reality for what it is, so she can try to help the people who are suffering. I love her so much. ALSO PS because I i just finished....yeah. Arcane was a great show from the beginning but Ekko vs Jinx elevates it to a work of art. You don't DO something like that if you're not like...a big brain, big passion creative. Anyway this comment is plenty long lol, can't wait for the rest!
This is one of my favorite episodes in a show with nine excellent episodes. And as far as Mel goes, being a manipulative mastermind does little to diminish her incredible charm
14:00 bat guy is a chirean. They don't communicate with spoken language, but do understand. They were a race discovered during the expansion of the city and it's theorized that they are a sub species of Vastaya.
13:00 There's multiple reasons I can think of for why she's addressing Jayce and not Viktor, and none are particularly rude or pompous: Jayce is a councilor, like Mel. Viktor is not. This makes them coworkers. Jayce can affect change to a substantially greater effect than Viktor can, especially when it comes to matters that would need the approval of the council. Hextech is Jayce's lifelong project and ambition. Viktor is Jayce's partner invited into the project. She's showing respect to the original project lead, even if that means disrespecting the partner. Now maybe Mel is class shaming Viktor, but that's not clear. When she caught them breaking into Heimer's workshop, she addressed them equally and referred to them collectively as "gentlemen". Maybe I'm forgetting something but I can't think of any other scene that shows Mel is a classist. Even in her flashback as a child she showed empathy towards a prisoner of war. Mel is much closer to Jayce than Viktor. Mel is having sex with Jayce, not Viktor. Remember, Mel is a manipulator, and she has years of strings attached to Jayce and virtually none on Viktor. Jayce is the idealist, he doesn't haggle. Viktor is from the streets, he always seeks an efficient angle (not meant as a bad thing) and questions motives. It would be much easier for Mel to get Jayce on your side, then have Jayce convince Viktor to come around than vice versa. Viktor is currently disassembling a fvcking hand grenade during the scene, she may be (un)consciously avoiding distracting him with direct questions. I think people read too much into the scene. Yes, it looks like she is ignoring him, because she is, but I think the reason is a bit more nuanced than "he''s street trash". She's been known to insult intelligence, though not to one's face, but I can't ever remember her insulting someone's background or status. If you need a good example of class shaming and superiority complex, look to another councilor, Caitlyn's mother. She oozes it from every pore. Mel is extremely diplomatic and careful in her delivery and choice of words. She is calculating for best conceivable outcomes. Anyway, that's my thoughts!! Comment if you agree/disagree.
Yeah, I think the fact that so many straight people miss this is a sign they buried it in 'subtext' a little too heavily. I know they were trying not to rush it, but I think they pulled back from it too much. That said, why people think 16:18 is something straight people do to one another is beyond me. Interesting to see what they do with it next season, when they won't have the same excuses then.
@@Fionalah I’m a straight man and I picked up on their flirting right away. It really wasn’t even that subtle. I honestly don’t know how anybody could not see it.
@@Jdubayou People see what they want to see I guess. I think I've seen most UA-cam reactions now, and a lot of reactors miss it (or even cut it entirely). Most of these aren't really paying attention though - these two are otherwise quite perceptive in following the story however.
@@Fionalah no i'm glad it starts like this, i like that it's subtle, it makes for the best slow burns, straight people just need to step outside off their box. we shouldn't have to scream "THIS IS GAY!" for them to get it, i don't enjoy that kind of storytelling and it feels like that's all we get because if they don't straight people will start arguing about friendships because they just don't want to see it.
Just to be clear, comments asking you to react to the Imagine Dragons "Enemy" music video are not referring the opening credits. It's a separate video with all new scenes of when the characters were young not shown in the series. It's best to watch after episode 3 and before 7, but it's never too late!
love the fact that when the musical director reached out to three rappers for the jinx/ekko fight, he couldn't decide which song to use so he used all of them. hope you girls watch the "Bridging the Rift" docu after this.
A fantastic detail where Silco meets up with the chem barons: The plants in the room were all colorful when he entered the room. But once the air from the undercity had been let out, the plants are all dead, as seen when he leaves the room again. Wich is also one of the reasons Vi asked "Is that a real tree" Because plantlife don't really live in the undercity.
This is my favorite episode (not an easy feat BTW). Everything new in this episode sets it apart though. The prologue with the view from inside the bags (never seen that animated before), the firelight intro, and then they pull out one of the most incredible fight scenes in the history of "are you freaking kidding me"!It's hard to not watch the action but watch your reaction because both are awesome. Keep it up, you two are awesome!
I think it's more like he's being an hindrance. At this point, Mel is still with the "Hextech Era" mindset and the absolute need to control those below Pilt because they are an obstacle to it. Viktor being the voice of reason and peace is not the best option and she doesn't want Jayce to hesitate.
There's multiple reasons she's addressing Jayce and not Viktor: Jayce is a councilor, like Mel. Viktor is not. Jayce can affect change to a substantially greater effect than Viktor can, especially when it comes to matters that would need the approval of the council. Hextech is Jayce's lifelong project and ambition. Viktor is Jayce's partner invited into the project. Now maybe Mel is class shaming Viktor, but that's not clear. When she caught them breaking into Heimer's workshop, she addressed them equally and referred to them collectively as "gentlemen". Maybe I'm forgetting something but I can't think of any other scene that shows Mel is a classist. Even in her flashback as a child she showed empathy towards a prisoner of war. Mel is having sex with Jayce, not Viktor. Remember, Mel is a manipulator, and she has years of strings attached to Jayce and virtually none in Viktor. Jayce is the idealist, he doesn't haggle. Viktor is from the streets, he always seeks an angle (not meant as a bad thing) and questions motives. Viktor is currently disassembling a fvcking hand grenade during the scene, she may be unconsciously avoiding distracting him with direct questions. I think people read too much into the scene. Yes, it looks like she is ignoring him, because she is, but I think the reason is a bit more nuanced than "he''s street trash". She's been known to insult intelligence, but not to one's face, but I can't ever remember her insulting someone's background.
Both Mel and Jayce in that scene are both not addressing Viktor and communicating with each other at the moment because the decisions that need to be reached are Council level, does that mean at that moment Jayce also doesn't view Viktor as a person? Mel isn't interacting with Viktor because he isn't who she needs to speak to in that given moment, why is that always being extrapolated into being that Mel sees Viktor as less than or worse sub human? As if the other time they interacted Mel didn't show any disdain or repulsion towards him
You guys give some of the best reactions to this show. Kiss is really observant and into it. Just shows how great this show is. I totally forgot about Ekko so it was a bit of a surprise to me too.
The Chembarons meeting was exactly what solidified Silco as one of my most favorite villains of all-time. This show is so beyond amazing and I'm loving your guys' reactions! 🤍🤍
We see someone we knew, in eyes of someone we don't know anymore. Thank you a lot for your reaction! This episode is masterpiece and your reaction masterpiece too. This episode was worth the wait❤❤❤
I loved this show from episode 1, im not a very big television person but i used to play league of legends years ago, got very into it and even read the lore and some of the books. When this got annoucned i didn't think too much of it since shows/movies based on games are usually cursed and do bad. I went in and just fell in love with everything about the show off of just episode 1 alone, and the show kept getting better and better with every episode.
I've seen this show so many times now, yet this is the first time someone has told me about Mel not talking to Viktor in the entire show. She knows the power he has, being the co-inventor, but damn. That's why I watch these: things are revealed.
Never seen someone notice that the "firelights" were mechanical in that scene. The artists make it kinda plain, but the pace keeps others from noticing until they blow (and sometimes they don't get it at all). But you two? Cool. That's quick seeing and thinking.
When you guys will learn what Ekko's "power" will be, then you will learn that this bridge scene is EVEN MORE amazing. (Dont research it, wait for next seasons... the surprise will be incredible)
@sgtmian of course! good friends love to push eachother against walls, look eachother up and down, stare deeply into eachother's eyes and caress eachother's faces 💀
I know its over a year old but im just now seeing it now so im sorry. 12:53. I never noticed this but Kiss is right! She talks to the "fellow council member". Anyone below her she doesnt have to deal with, she doesnt deal with. And looking at previous episodes, she only talks to non-council members when it benefits her in some way. I honestly thought she was better then her mother.
Shirtless Jayce working the forge is the shot that Honest Trailers used to describe the world of Arcane as "a place where magic is like science and science is like Crossfit." :D
I was thinking... Jinx sort of smiled when Ekko stared at her and stopped hitting her, like she realizing He does not hate her completely. Her smile is like she is happy He still can see Her like Powder
12:45 I don't know why but I actually found this conversation one of the more revealing scenes about Mel and particularly Jayce. There they are, discussing and asking Viktor - *_who is from the Undercity_* - to build "just in case" weapons (of mass destruction?) for use against his own people. And the two seem to think that's alright. Worse, Jayce - who in his own words, sees Viktor "like a brother" - is even surprised that Viktor isn't ready to simply go along with the request.
2:58 lol I feel you Haylo. I also wanted a bigger reaction from the handcuffs falling off. Its such a badass moment followed by tenderness of reuniting with found family.
Mel not including Viktor in the conversation is a manipulative tactic. She has a love relashionship with Jayce and a easier way to "convince" him of her ideas, since he is more prone to accept what she wants. She knows that she doesn't have that advantage with Viktor and he seens very against what she's saying ... So she ignores Viktor and focus on Jayce, if she gains him, she may gain the discussion.
I don't know if anyone has said this yet, but the Ekko and Jinx fight hits harder with the knowledge that Ekko used to have a huge crush on Powder before she went mad and became jinx
Yaaay! I've been waiting for this one. Great reaction! Also side-note, I know its a total coincidence but sipping tea while Marcus says his dying words for his daughter had me burst out laughing. Like "cool story bro" (sips tea)
Episode note: according to the producers, the flashback battle was how Ekko was viewing the fight. If you have watched the Imagine Dragons "Enemy" video, this episode hits so much harder as you see that Ekko and Powder were actually close as kids. In the lore, Ekko says that he had a crush on Powder until she started talking to her guns.
There is a ton of hidden bits and easy to miss moment in this show. I encourage people to watch it more than once. Mel doesn't talk to Victor because despite his prestigious station he was Zaun born. He's from the undercity and she, from the nobility, sees him as less than her. The very issue Silco is fighting against. Also, in that scene, Victor *does* hesitate. It's him considering killing himself to end his suffering since he's dying anyways. It's disguised as the typical wire cutting scene but unlike those scene he doesn't switch wires (gonna cut blue but switches to red at the last second) because that's not the point of his hesitation. He then cuts the wire and follows up with saying: "There is always a choice." Every episode has dozens of tiny details like this. Every. Episode. It's brilliant.
Amazing masterpiece of a show. Can't believe how amazing it is, well maybe I can with leagues cinematic team. Though, low key.... Is it bad I thought one of you was straight up topless the whole vid? I enjoyed the reaction and the vid, but was straight shocked xD
The detail of Mel never speaking to Viktor is smart: I’ve never noticed in dozens of rewatches. I’ve always been thrown off by Mel when she said to Jayce “I didn’t realize you were so close”. I mean: how couldn’t you? They almost seem in a romantic relationship, how you didn’t notice they were close? The privilege and the environment really hits hard on people, even the “not bad” one
I mean Mel is already aware that they are close she just says she didn't realise they were *SO* close, the use of this intensifier means she didn't realise their bond was familial in a sense as Jayce later says Viktor is like a brother so it clearly isn't the fact that Mel doesn't notice, it's just that she wasn't fully aware
@@kwabena3667 that’s not a demeanor. The time jump begins with Jayce and Mel very close to each other and the fact she didn’t notice proves either lack of empathy in general or consideration towards Viktor: maybe both.
@@davidtestasecca6300 Saying it's a lack of empathy highlights how Mel is never given grace and continously villainised because her not knowing that Jayce and Viktor see each other like brothers should not be shown as an indication of that when we know Mel's empathy is the main reason she was even exiled. Also stating a lack of consideration to Viktor is a reach because Mel inquires about him in Ep7 and even in Ep6 the very episode she finds out about their strong bond she tells Jayce to go be with him because he (Viktor) should not be alone during a hard time so how does that indicate a lack of empathy?
@@kwabena3667 don’t misunderstand me: I loved Mel’s story arc. I won’t you to this because I’d spoil things yet to come. I just say that I saw her in one way, around up until ep8 and in another after. Maybe we’ll talk again when they finish ep 8…if we both remember this XD
As far as Mel goes, she really isn't in for the money but for some other ulterior reason that I don't want to say because I don't know if you film ahead and it may spoil stuff for Kiss for the next 2 episodes. You may say she's manipulative, but with good intentions, it's as far as I will go. Have a great day if you do read this!
This is my favorite episode to have people watch, because that final scene drives the point across just how real this whole thing is. Every fight scene in this series starts with “this is awesome!“ and ends with “oh no…“ Arcane is easily the greatest story I have ever had the privilege of knowing.
16:04 They were *such* good friends, Apparently, they were room-mates... 🙄 Eye-rolling moment aside, this was a good reaction. At least they didn't completely *cut* the CupCait scenes, which a lot of straight reactors do. And they do pay careful attention to the rest of the story.
About that scene between Silco, and the Chem Barons, that he gasses. The reason why it works is because Silco continues to live in the dreadful conditions of the undercity, filled with toxic gas, fighting every day for their freedom. he is used to the gasses, and they have no effect on him because he lives in them every day. The Chem Barons are just in this for themselves, getting used to living the easy life topside. His "stunt" was to remind them that they are doing all of this to save the undercity from oppression, and he hasn't given in to selfish, materialistic desires like they have. He is still fighting for the underdog, willing to do anything to achieve power, and they better not get in his way. Silco, for all his faults, is willing to sacrifice everything, including his own comfort, in order to free the lanes from brutal oppression. Makes you wonder if he's really the bad guy, huh? (Side note, check out the plants in the room both before and after the gas.)
Great reaction! and, while it would be a BIG undertaking and basically the total opposite of this, if you like a little music with your animated shows, and you haven't seen it, reacting to Bob's Burgers would be awesome!
One thing people don't realize is that she always hit him, but she hesitated this time, so he hit her and in the process realized that powder still exists somewhere.
Nope, he was actually hit by the bullet. Ekko can reverse time for a few seconds which is why the sequence where he did the summersault flip repeated right before he hit Jinx. That is Ekko's ultimate skill in League of Legends. That is also why you can see him holding a pocket watch which signifies his control over time.
@@soybi592he doesn't have this ability yet - the sequence was an homage to that ability that he may get in season 2, but it was also a flashback to when they played as kids - he dodged her shots this time because he learned from when he lost as a child.
I never noticed that Mel was ignoring Viktor. Looking at it now, with him sitting and the two topsiders standing, it gives a puts him beneath them. And Mel certainly seems to think that. You do notice a lot!
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Your sister (the one watching first time ) is very intelligent. I've never seen anyone predict so many things before they happen in this show.
Still thinks Cait and Vi are "just friends" so far
@@harryballsak1123 No, it's Jinx who thinks Cait is a 'fiend' ! 😀
She may predict well, but most of the time you are good to understand things happening and connect elements, love your reaction videos girls
@@daikikaminari6360 you do realize the one on the right has seen the show before so I would hope she knows what is going on
She does that in other videos too, she has a keen eye for story development/progression.
Also, the bridge fight is easily one of the best action sequences in a series that was already stuffed full of incredible action sequences. The amount of narrative symbolism and foreshadowing there is mind-blowing!
That's the thing... these action sequences would be some of the best of all time if you just took them in a vacuum, without considering the stakes or the story implications. But when you consider those, and then add in the inevitable consequences of violence that are portrayed in the series... it's hard to think of any parallels. Some of the most exhilarating action scenes followed by some of the most emotionally crushing consequences of that violence... hard to believe this is based on a multiplayer fighting game, isn't it?
With Jinx humming the song she was singing kid when she was trying to hide the noise of the slaugher on this same bridge, shooting randomly an enforcer down the same way an enforcer was killing a rioter... And finally she, or Powder suicide herself in the same place where Jinx was born, where her first trauma was born.
This is a flashback tho
@@ariochivthis show, with its Amazing actions scenes, never glorifie violence. All the fights always ends badly. And for Vi more especially, since she's the one who use it the most.
@@ariochiv I mean it makes perfect sense. If you base a series off of a fighting game, you’d better have some damn good fighting.
Sorry for the late post! We had some hard drive issues to overcome! We've recovered mostly everything, except for the Enemy music video reaction 💔 so sorry. We've been attempting to repair it but to no avail. We appreciate all of you! 😅💕
you guys have been great to re-experience the show with, don't sweat it. the real question is when the heck is season 2 coming out so we can all freak out for another 9 episodes or whatever it's gonna be haha
@@thatepicwizardguy They just announced it's going to be Winter 2024 a few days ago.
At least so we don't still have to wait so long for the next episode. Right? 😁
Don't cross the bridge; Jinx is waiting!
you guys HAVE TO watch Lucifer's musical episode.
Jinx's suicide attempt (cuz that's what it was) is so heartbreaking. I watch that sequence from her POV and how her sister "betrayed" her (again), "abandoned" her (again), how her closest friend from childhood is now an enemy, an enemy her duty is to defeat for her "father", and she can't even do that... and it's like she decides she's had enough and checks out.
And when we see Jinx unconscious on the ground in the last scene, the straps of her choker form the word “VI”
Jinx’s last scream for her sister caught in her throat.
Wow that's amazing... watched the show over 20 times and I never caught that one... Thanks!@@robertwise2032
Jinx and Ekko were the closest of any two children in the first three episodes. That history lingers inside of both of them and lives deep.
Tbh them not interacting at all while they were little is a big missed opportunity
@@jediburrito We get a bit in enemy MV
I’m not sure if it’s been told yet but I believe the firelight bombs of Jinx’s purpose is to target weapons. If you didn’t notice, they landed on the guns of the enforcers. Hence Marcus losing his arm. Caitlin traded in her gun for the medicine for Vi which is a decision that may have ultimately saved her from an explosive end to her life if this is the case! Explains why out of all of them, only enforcers were killed while the others were only mildly injured.
not your sister saying "the became really good fr-" to cait and vi huggin lmaoo whos gonna tell herr
"I think I need a minute..." is a very appropriate reaction to finishing an episode of Arcane
13:35 the common theory (given what he says after) is that viktor hesitates very deliberately. he's already figured out how to disarm it, but he also knows that he and Jayce are - for the time being - the only two who really understand hextech. if the bomb killed them, it would set Piltover back years, maybe even _decades_ on weaponizing it, and it seems like he really considers it. chilling stuff.
As if the reunion scene with the flare weren't enough, they spoil us with an even better scene in the next episode. Every frame of the entire show is a painting, every second has meaning. There's no fat to trim, the editing is unbelievably tight, and they trust the audience (like with the letter with Mel's seal on it. Not everyone noticed immediately that it was a letter from 'home', but it wasn't necessary for everyone to immediately notice. A lesser show would say "This letter from your family came today." Arcane does it by evoking her ring you probably remember and the microexpressions in her face when she sees the letter.
It's a masterpiece 6 years in the making.
I've rewatched that bridge scene so many times. I'll just be at work and randomly think of it and have to watch it again. I'm right there with you thinking that scene made this otherwise great show a masterpiece. I've been in the computer animation industry and have seen lots of amazing scenes, but this sequence blows everything I've seen out of the water.
From the animation timed to the music, the music itself being great, the backstory relayed through it, the stylistic artwork and symbols being shown. It all just blew me away. I've been watching other "reactions" to the show in hopes of finding someone mention how amazing it was and I'm happy you two got it.
In the music video for "Enemy", young Powder and young Echo are shown to be very close and its possible Echo had a crush on powder growing up. The moment when he hesitates and just looks at her hurts a lot more knowing they might have had something. Jinx almost seems to regret everything and just give up when she decides to kill herself by detonating a grenade so close to her.
Agreed! The music video is like a mini episode without any dialog. Incredible!
Yupyup, watch it for more feels! Hell, watch the ENTIRE League cinematic and filmography cos its sic as can be!
He definitely had a crush. In the game he has a quote where he says he used to have a crush on her, but then she started talking to her gun. I agree that Jinx was ready to die at that moment, but she wanted to die as Powder, which is who he was seeing at that moment. Her eyes went back to the gray of Powder, from Jinx's blue.
LMAO the ''don't look at me!!'' when the smiles come out. She's right, we need those for the content, stop peeping! 😂
I have NEVER seen somebody guess that the firelight "bugs" were actually bombs.
Because she's seen it before. There was no indication they were bombs. You can see her trying to justify it after the fact by saying they're mechanical even though that fact was only revealed as she was saying it. Probably saw some clip on tiktok or whatever. It just comes with the territory of reacting to a hugely popular piece of media way too late.
@@GerblerM screw the people that make tiktoks about attack on titan's manga final chapters when I'm an anime only kinda guy, :((((((
@@Fabio_26 bro what
@@GerblerM why so negative? It's really not that crazy of a guess. There's clearly tension building and a fight scene coming up. The fact that you see her saying that they are mechanical as justification is crazy to me.
@@Futurepointmusic Nothing I said was negative. Feel better homie
Two difficult to notice items from this episode.
When Jinx is going through her episode at her desk, you can actually see the mechanical firelights flapping their wings on the desk. They are made to fly toward and land on metal which is why they went toward the officers and landing on their guns.
In the scene where Silco is talking to the council, you will notice there are large flowers blooming behind Finn. When Silco leaves the room, after having gassed everyone, you will see that all of the flowers have withered and died. This creates a great juxtaposition between the previous scene when you see the thriving tree being shown to Vi in the underground. Love this show. lol.
Great points! Also, to further add to the element of the mechanical firelights being drawn to guns, I remember hearing someone point out, and I find it so symbolically interesting and cool that Caitlyn gave up her gun to save Vi, and that's theoretically what saved her on the bridge :)
Wow...I refuse to believe that is a coincidence. I think the whole point of this show is that violence, in the end, just makes things worst. That's an amazing (and really subtle) way of portraying that.@@Owlsandoatmeal
In episode 4, when we see the celebration of Progress Day, there is this mechanical butterfly that lands on a finger.
They are probably constructed to land on anything pointing.
The "Guns for Hire" scene and the "Dynasties and Dystopias" scene are easily my favorites in the whole show.
The part with Ekko and the stopwatch, and him being hit in the past but then getting it right in the present is a nice nod to the game. I love that whole sequence so much!
"Why doesn't he need one" He probably does but he resists it better than the others because 1) he spent a lot of times mining in the fissures with Vander long before Episode 1 and 2) he still lives in the lower levels of the Undercity while those other barons try to get as close from clean air as possible. the fact that he was mining in his youth is probably significant because Sevika also mostly live in the lower levels and she needed a mask (but she's probably a bit too young to have known the worst of the mining).
"why does she not talk to him" The reason Mel tries to ignore Viktor and talks only to Jayce is simply because she doesn't think she can convince Viktor (if she thought she could, she would absolutely talk to Viktor because convincing Viktor pretty much guarantees Jayce will be convinced too), not because she's looking down on him. She's not even from Piltover so I don't think she has the same prejudice most people in Piltover do toward the Undercity (the prejudice even Jayce showed in this episode). That being said, she absolutely uses the economic imbalance and other people's prejudice to advance her own interests so it's not like she's an angel. Basically her not talking to Viktor isn't a sign of discrimination, it's a mark of her being manipulative xD I'll let you judge if that's any better ^^
Pretty sure Silco was holding his breath the whole time. He takes a really deep breath before Sevika starts the gas and you don't see him actually take another breath until he puts the mask to his face.
@@Caedus696
so if anything, his past made his lungs better
@@Caedus696 He's taking a deep breath not because he's holding it, he's taking it to steady his nerves before he lays the smackdown. It's all a pose, it's all calculated, but he's mentally never stopped being that scrawny weak kid in his head. He's readying himself because there is so much at stake if he does not pull this off. Anytime he looks up like that, it's because he's thinking of his goal of freeing Zaun, watch his eyes every time it gets mentioned or it's a thing.
In the games, ekko has custom lines when with Jinx.
"I use to have a crush on you, until you started talking to the guns"
and
"Powder, I miss you so much"
12:27 Vi falls in love right before our eyes.
Loved the reaction y'all. Ekko is simply the best character in this series. He lost everything, just like Powder and Vi, losing his adoptive father Benzo and all his friends. And he was left entirely alone, but then the kid manages to build a resistance army and sanctuary for addicts and victims. Ekko's reaction to Jinx calling him "The Boy Savior" tells us everything that went down between them after the explosion. Jinx chose Silco over Ekko.😢
I can't help but think that if in episode 3, had Vi told Powder that she has an important mission for her. Since Ekko has lost so much, Powder needs to protect him. If Powder had a sense of purpose rather than feeling abandoned, this whole series would be considerably shorter and possibly happier. But Vi's long-term strategy seems to begin and end with her fists, so here we are with Jinx.
@@RickLeMon I don't let Jinx off the hook. Jinx keeps making choices that sink her deeper into her own personal hell. Every criminal and murderer in Silco's crew (Silco included) is broken in some way. Jinx made Jinx with every choice she's made. She chose to spread her own pain around and to hurt other to match her own hurt. Ekko became what he is by making the opposite choice. Even in their confrontation Ekko again chooses the less violent path (mistake or not), despite just how many of his friends Jinx has killed.
@cmcgccjsl Well, people don't choose to be schizophrenic. That mental health issue she has plays a big role in her choices. I'm not saying she doesn't have responsibility for some of her actions but experiencing breaks in reality which corrupts a persons ability to think logically wont lead to sensical outcomes. Couple that with a few other mental illnesses and throw them into a dystopian society and you end up with a bunch of people making morally questionable decisions. It is also important to note that Piltover is a dystopian society as well, not just Zaun. Also, being well adjusted or trying to be properly adjusted to a dystopian society is not a good measure of mental health to begin with lol. Even for those who are closer to modern morality. But for the other characters for the most part they created their own problems. @@cmcgccjsl
@@FlatMarssSociety I'm on the board of a mental health charity. The stigma that people with mental health issues are inherently violent is destructive and inaccurate. Powder can and does make choices. She is unstable, but she frequently makes choices that are more about her pain than her mental health issues. Milo and Clagger speak to her, but her revelry in death and destruction is mostly about hurting others and bringing them as much pain as she is in.
@@cmcgccjsl I think it’s less about her enjoying causing other people pain and more about how any time she isn’t being actively destructive and chaotic she’s extremely fragile in terms of her identity. Jinx is an insanely complicated character, the only channel I’ve seen fully go into everything is Psyculturists (he is actually very entertaining and educational, but he literally talks for hours each episode so unless you’re really interested in psychology it might not be for you), and I say that as someone that’s watched countless videos (Georgia Dow, Schnee, Overly Sarcastic Productions, etc.) analyzing Arcane already because it was my hyperfixation for a while lol
I love this letswatch. Haylo is the perfect guide; knowing answers but giving no hints or spoilers, just letting the very intelligent and keen-eyed Kiss discover things on her own, only clarifying when needed.
I didn't think about it but looking at the scene where Mel, Jayce and Viktor is talking they are literally talking _over_ him! Good catch!
16:02 insert "they seem to be very good friends" meme 😂
I was happy to hear your mention of what a good character Caitlyn is though. She is SO smart, but there's a lot she just doesn't understand given her upbringing, and the writers balanced those two things really well. I think her good heart bridges the gap there, because when she's exposed to these harsh truths she doesn't fight them. She sets aside her biases and accepts reality for what it is, so she can try to help the people who are suffering. I love her so much.
ALSO PS because I i just finished....yeah. Arcane was a great show from the beginning but Ekko vs Jinx elevates it to a work of art. You don't DO something like that if you're not like...a big brain, big passion creative. Anyway this comment is plenty long lol, can't wait for the rest!
This is one of my favorite episodes in a show with nine excellent episodes. And as far as Mel goes, being a manipulative mastermind does little to diminish her incredible charm
14:00 bat guy is a chirean. They don't communicate with spoken language, but do understand. They were a race discovered during the expansion of the city and it's theorized that they are a sub species of Vastaya.
I rewatched that Ekko vs. Powder scene so many times the 1st time I saw it. SOOOO SICK.
"Why does she not talk to him?" - because he's the most popular pairing with Jayce, she knows a romantic rival when she meets one.
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There's multiple reasons I can think of for why she's addressing Jayce and not Viktor, and none are particularly rude or pompous:
Jayce is a councilor, like Mel. Viktor is not. This makes them coworkers. Jayce can affect change to a substantially greater effect than Viktor can, especially when it comes to matters that would need the approval of the council.
Hextech is Jayce's lifelong project and ambition. Viktor is Jayce's partner invited into the project. She's showing respect to the original project lead, even if that means disrespecting the partner.
Now maybe Mel is class shaming Viktor, but that's not clear. When she caught them breaking into Heimer's workshop, she addressed them equally and referred to them collectively as "gentlemen". Maybe I'm forgetting something but I can't think of any other scene that shows Mel is a classist. Even in her flashback as a child she showed empathy towards a prisoner of war.
Mel is much closer to Jayce than Viktor. Mel is having sex with Jayce, not Viktor. Remember, Mel is a manipulator, and she has years of strings attached to Jayce and virtually none on Viktor.
Jayce is the idealist, he doesn't haggle. Viktor is from the streets, he always seeks an efficient angle (not meant as a bad thing) and questions motives. It would be much easier for Mel to get Jayce on your side, then have Jayce convince Viktor to come around than vice versa.
Viktor is currently disassembling a fvcking hand grenade during the scene, she may be (un)consciously avoiding distracting him with direct questions.
I think people read too much into the scene. Yes, it looks like she is ignoring him, because she is, but I think the reason is a bit more nuanced than "he''s street trash". She's been known to insult intelligence, though not to one's face, but I can't ever remember her insulting someone's background or status. If you need a good example of class shaming and superiority complex, look to another councilor, Caitlyn's mother. She oozes it from every pore. Mel is extremely diplomatic and careful in her delivery and choice of words. She is calculating for best conceivable outcomes.
Anyway, that's my thoughts!! Comment if you agree/disagree.
16:03 she was about to say “they’ve become such good friends” Lol
One day she will finally realize it’s more than that.
Yeah, I think the fact that so many straight people miss this is a sign they buried it in 'subtext' a little too heavily. I know they were trying not to rush it, but I think they pulled back from it too much.
That said, why people think 16:18 is something straight people do to one another is beyond me. Interesting to see what they do with it next season, when they won't have the same excuses then.
@@Fionalah I’m a straight man and I picked up on their flirting right away. It really wasn’t even that subtle. I honestly don’t know how anybody could not see it.
@@Jdubayou People see what they want to see I guess. I think I've seen most UA-cam reactions now, and a lot of reactors miss it (or even cut it entirely). Most of these aren't really paying attention though - these two are otherwise quite perceptive in following the story however.
@@Fionalah no i'm glad it starts like this, i like that it's subtle, it makes for the best slow burns, straight people just need to step outside off their box. we shouldn't have to scream "THIS IS GAY!" for them to get it, i don't enjoy that kind of storytelling and it feels like that's all we get because if they don't straight people will start arguing about friendships because they just don't want to see it.
"They became such good fr-" and they were roommates
Just to be clear, comments asking you to react to the Imagine Dragons "Enemy" music video are not referring the opening credits. It's a separate video with all new scenes of when the characters were young not shown in the series. It's best to watch after episode 3 and before 7, but it's never too late!
love the fact that when the musical director reached out to three rappers for the jinx/ekko fight, he couldn't decide which song to use so he used all of them. hope you girls watch the "Bridging the Rift" docu after this.
I'm late but I never noticed that subtle glance Mel gave before ignoring Victor until you mentioned it! That's so interesting!
A fantastic detail where Silco meets up with the chem barons:
The plants in the room were all colorful when he entered the room. But once the air from the undercity had been let out, the plants are all dead, as seen when he leaves the room again.
Wich is also one of the reasons Vi asked "Is that a real tree" Because plantlife don't really live in the undercity.
Ekko is my favorite character in the series and now you see why. I have said before that Jinx is the Undercity's Joker and Ekko their Batman.
This is my favorite episode (not an easy feat BTW). Everything new in this episode sets it apart though. The prologue with the view from inside the bags (never seen that animated before), the firelight intro, and then they pull out one of the most incredible fight scenes in the history of "are you freaking kidding me"!It's hard to not watch the action but watch your reaction because both are awesome. Keep it up, you two are awesome!
Been like two years and I still can't get over this show. I think I've watched it 10 times already. It's just so impressive.
13:00 That look... You're right, I didn't even catch that Mel acts like Viktor isn't a person.
I think it's more like he's being an hindrance.
At this point, Mel is still with the "Hextech Era" mindset and the absolute need to control those below Pilt because they are an obstacle to it. Viktor being the voice of reason and peace is not the best option and she doesn't want Jayce to hesitate.
There's multiple reasons she's addressing Jayce and not Viktor:
Jayce is a councilor, like Mel. Viktor is not. Jayce can affect change to a substantially greater effect than Viktor can, especially when it comes to matters that would need the approval of the council.
Hextech is Jayce's lifelong project and ambition. Viktor is Jayce's partner invited into the project.
Now maybe Mel is class shaming Viktor, but that's not clear. When she caught them breaking into Heimer's workshop, she addressed them equally and referred to them collectively as "gentlemen". Maybe I'm forgetting something but I can't think of any other scene that shows Mel is a classist. Even in her flashback as a child she showed empathy towards a prisoner of war.
Mel is having sex with Jayce, not Viktor. Remember, Mel is a manipulator, and she has years of strings attached to Jayce and virtually none in Viktor.
Jayce is the idealist, he doesn't haggle. Viktor is from the streets, he always seeks an angle (not meant as a bad thing) and questions motives.
Viktor is currently disassembling a fvcking hand grenade during the scene, she may be unconsciously avoiding distracting him with direct questions.
I think people read too much into the scene. Yes, it looks like she is ignoring him, because she is, but I think the reason is a bit more nuanced than "he''s street trash". She's been known to insult intelligence, but not to one's face, but I can't ever remember her insulting someone's background.
Both Mel and Jayce in that scene are both not addressing Viktor and communicating with each other at the moment because the decisions that need to be reached are Council level, does that mean at that moment Jayce also doesn't view Viktor as a person? Mel isn't interacting with Viktor because he isn't who she needs to speak to in that given moment, why is that always being extrapolated into being that Mel sees Viktor as less than or worse sub human? As if the other time they interacted Mel didn't show any disdain or repulsion towards him
You guys give some of the best reactions to this show. Kiss is really observant and into it. Just shows how great this show is. I totally forgot about Ekko so it was a bit of a surprise to me too.
The Chembarons meeting was exactly what solidified Silco as one of my most favorite villains of all-time. This show is so beyond amazing and I'm loving your guys' reactions! 🤍🤍
We see someone we knew, in eyes of someone we don't know anymore. Thank you a lot for your reaction! This episode is masterpiece and your reaction masterpiece too. This episode was worth the wait❤❤❤
aww hayley's heart is so big, so heartwarming
and remember, grey eyes = powder, blue eyes = powder + jinx, pink eyes = just jinx.
we´re never goin to see grey eyes in her again.
Silco didn't lie. He really believed ha Vi abandoned Jinx and came back for stone
“His face was burned cuz he was in that fire”
Others would say he’s singed 😏
Singed is next level. He’s not a mad scientist, he’s a stoic genius.
I loved this show from episode 1, im not a very big television person but i used to play league of legends years ago, got very into it and even read the lore and some of the books. When this got annoucned i didn't think too much of it since shows/movies based on games are usually cursed and do bad. I went in and just fell in love with everything about the show off of just episode 1 alone, and the show kept getting better and better with every episode.
I've seen this show so many times now, yet this is the first time someone has told me about Mel not talking to Viktor in the entire show. She knows the power he has, being the co-inventor, but damn. That's why I watch these: things are revealed.
"I think I need a minute...." Ah, you are one of us now.
“Every episode is hard”
Man reminds me of another certain show you two watched lol😂
Singed face is not covered from the fire, but from the injuries he got with his new experiment that is shown in the last episode
Never seen someone notice that the "firelights" were mechanical in that scene. The artists make it kinda plain, but the pace keeps others from noticing until they blow (and sometimes they don't get it at all). But you two? Cool. That's quick seeing and thinking.
Yes, Vi and Caitlyn are such good…”friends”…..
The knowing grins for this whole series is so fun to watch.
When you guys will learn what Ekko's "power" will be, then you will learn that this bridge scene is EVEN MORE amazing. (Dont research it, wait for next seasons... the surprise will be incredible)
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way they did ekko ult is so fire bruh
16:03 "they've become such good friends"......yeah....'friends'..... totally👍🏼
*caresses cheek*
@sgtmian of course! good friends love to push eachother against walls, look eachother up and down, stare deeply into eachother's eyes and caress eachother's faces 💀
I know its over a year old but im just now seeing it now so im sorry. 12:53. I never noticed this but Kiss is right! She talks to the "fellow council member". Anyone below her she doesnt have to deal with, she doesnt deal with. And looking at previous episodes, she only talks to non-council members when it benefits her in some way. I honestly thought she was better then her mother.
I love seeing ppl reacting but yall girl by far the best keep at it good job yall got me I just subscribed
Shirtless Jayce working the forge is the shot that Honest Trailers used to describe the world of Arcane as "a place where magic is like science and science is like Crossfit." :D
ya'll should watch the Arcane Enemy music video
I was thinking... Jinx sort of smiled when Ekko stared at her and stopped hitting her, like she realizing He does not hate her completely. Her smile is like she is happy He still can see Her like Powder
Lol poor Haylo.
Having to confirm every guess/ theory 😂
Some might say that doctor's face got.... Singed. 😎
12:45 I don't know why but I actually found this conversation one of the more revealing scenes about Mel and particularly Jayce. There they are, discussing and asking Viktor - *_who is from the Undercity_* - to build "just in case" weapons (of mass destruction?) for use against his own people. And the two seem to think that's alright. Worse, Jayce - who in his own words, sees Viktor "like a brother" - is even surprised that Viktor isn't ready to simply go along with the request.
2:58 lol I feel you Haylo. I also wanted a bigger reaction from the handcuffs falling off. Its such a badass moment followed by tenderness of reuniting with found family.
Mel not including Viktor in the conversation is a manipulative tactic. She has a love relashionship with Jayce and a easier way to "convince" him of her ideas, since he is more prone to accept what she wants. She knows that she doesn't have that advantage with Viktor and he seens very against what she's saying ... So she ignores Viktor and focus on Jayce, if she gains him, she may gain the discussion.
"I think I need a minute..."
Me: But we're still warming up?
Your videos are so fucking good, I just wish there was more discussion at the end. Keep up the excellent work!
same here man. maybe they got like extended versions on patreon where they discuss every episode a bit? if not - shey should. :)
Say what you want about Silco, he makes being able to hold your breath a long time look like a cool superpower.
I don't know if anyone has said this yet, but the Ekko and Jinx fight hits harder with the knowledge that Ekko used to have a huge crush on Powder before she went mad and became jinx
21:13 Yeah... that's about how everyone should feel after (almost) every episode of this show...
Yaaay! I've been waiting for this one. Great reaction!
Also side-note, I know its a total coincidence but sipping tea while Marcus says his dying words for his daughter had me burst out laughing. Like "cool story bro" (sips tea)
Episode note: according to the producers, the flashback battle was how Ekko was viewing the fight. If you have watched the Imagine Dragons "Enemy" video, this episode hits so much harder as you see that Ekko and Powder were actually close as kids. In the lore, Ekko says that he had a crush on Powder until she started talking to her guns.
Ladies it's been 10 days *withdrawal symptoms*
20:26 I loved your reaction 😭💘 I had the same reaction😂 this show is a Masterpiece
There is a ton of hidden bits and easy to miss moment in this show. I encourage people to watch it more than once.
Mel doesn't talk to Victor because despite his prestigious station he was Zaun born. He's from the undercity and she, from the nobility, sees him as less than her. The very issue Silco is fighting against.
Also, in that scene, Victor *does* hesitate. It's him considering killing himself to end his suffering since he's dying anyways. It's disguised as the typical wire cutting scene but unlike those scene he doesn't switch wires (gonna cut blue but switches to red at the last second) because that's not the point of his hesitation. He then cuts the wire and follows up with saying: "There is always a choice."
Every episode has dozens of tiny details like this. Every. Episode. It's brilliant.
your sister looks so much like cameron diaz when she's smiling it's crazy
Amazing masterpiece of a show. Can't believe how amazing it is, well maybe I can with leagues cinematic team. Though, low key.... Is it bad I thought one of you was straight up topless the whole vid? I enjoyed the reaction and the vid, but was straight shocked xD
The detail of Mel never speaking to Viktor is smart: I’ve never noticed in dozens of rewatches. I’ve always been thrown off by Mel when she said to Jayce “I didn’t realize you were so close”. I mean: how couldn’t you? They almost seem in a romantic relationship, how you didn’t notice they were close? The privilege and the environment really hits hard on people, even the “not bad” one
I mean Mel is already aware that they are close she just says she didn't realise they were *SO* close, the use of this intensifier means she didn't realise their bond was familial in a sense as Jayce later says Viktor is like a brother so it clearly isn't the fact that Mel doesn't notice, it's just that she wasn't fully aware
@@kwabena3667 that’s not a demeanor. The time jump begins with Jayce and Mel very close to each other and the fact she didn’t notice proves either lack of empathy in general or consideration towards Viktor: maybe both.
@@davidtestasecca6300 Saying it's a lack of empathy highlights how Mel is never given grace and continously villainised because her not knowing that Jayce and Viktor see each other like brothers should not be shown as an indication of that when we know Mel's empathy is the main reason she was even exiled. Also stating a lack of consideration to Viktor is a reach because Mel inquires about him in Ep7 and even in Ep6 the very episode she finds out about their strong bond she tells Jayce to go be with him because he (Viktor) should not be alone during a hard time so how does that indicate a lack of empathy?
@@kwabena3667 don’t misunderstand me: I loved Mel’s story arc. I won’t you to this because I’d spoil things yet to come. I just say that I saw her in one way, around up until ep8 and in another after. Maybe we’ll talk again when they finish ep 8…if we both remember this XD
20:00 Lol Haylo is just like "Stop asking me questions!!! You are going to miss one of the best scenes in the series!!!"
As far as Mel goes, she really isn't in for the money but for some other ulterior reason that I don't want to say because I don't know if you film ahead and it may spoil stuff for Kiss for the next 2 episodes.
You may say she's manipulative, but with good intentions, it's as far as I will go.
Have a great day if you do read this!
This video bout to make your viewership skyrocket to x10...❤
This is my favorite episode to have people watch, because that final scene drives the point across just how real this whole thing is. Every fight scene in this series starts with “this is awesome!“ and ends with “oh no…“ Arcane is easily the greatest story I have ever had the privilege of knowing.
powder/jinx truly is a sad story
You're probably already aware of this, but there's a music video set in the Arcane universe for the title song, Enemy.
Hey Halo how is the bass on those Steelseries headphones? I've been contemplating switching my Cloud 2's. The sound on the Cloud 2's isn't that good 😅
In the League of Legends game there are voice lines indicating that Ekko used to have a crush on Powder before she became Jinx.
Yeah he was burned, you could say he's, singed. Huh... anyone?!
I need episode 8 RN
"WATCH THE SHOW" lmfao I relate to this so much whenever I watch shows with my friend
You guys should react to cyberpunk edge runners, low key kinda the same dynamic/ vibe would love to see y’all’s reaction to that show
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Shes so Cho Chang from Harry Potter*
16:04 They were *such* good friends, Apparently, they were room-mates... 🙄
Eye-rolling moment aside, this was a good reaction. At least they didn't completely *cut* the CupCait scenes, which a lot of straight reactors do. And they do pay careful attention to the rest of the story.
About that scene between Silco, and the Chem Barons, that he gasses.
The reason why it works is because Silco continues to live in the dreadful conditions of the undercity, filled with toxic gas, fighting every day for their freedom. he is used to the gasses, and they have no effect on him because he lives in them every day. The Chem Barons are just in this for themselves, getting used to living the easy life topside. His "stunt" was to remind them that they are doing all of this to save the undercity from oppression, and he hasn't given in to selfish, materialistic desires like they have. He is still fighting for the underdog, willing to do anything to achieve power, and they better not get in his way.
Silco, for all his faults, is willing to sacrifice everything, including his own comfort, in order to free the lanes from brutal oppression.
Makes you wonder if he's really the bad guy, huh?
(Side note, check out the plants in the room both before and after the gas.)
Great reaction! and, while it would be a BIG undertaking and basically the total opposite of this, if you like a little music with your animated shows, and you haven't seen it, reacting to Bob's Burgers would be awesome!
"I had a crush, until you started talking to the gun" - Ekko ingame interact with Jinx
One thing people don't realize is that she always hit him, but she hesitated this time, so he hit her and in the process realized that powder still exists somewhere.
Nope, he was actually hit by the bullet. Ekko can reverse time for a few seconds which is why the sequence where he did the summersault flip repeated right before he hit Jinx. That is Ekko's ultimate skill in League of Legends. That is also why you can see him holding a pocket watch which signifies his control over time.
@@soybi592he doesn't have this ability yet - the sequence was an homage to that ability that he may get in season 2, but it was also a flashback to when they played as kids - he dodged her shots this time because he learned from when he lost as a child.
@@soybi592 I know what Ekko's abilities are and he doesn't have them in arcane yet, that's just a glimpse of the past.
I never noticed that Mel was ignoring Viktor. Looking at it now, with him sitting and the two topsiders standing, it gives a puts him beneath them. And Mel certainly seems to think that.
You do notice a lot!